Senior AI Technical Lead

Credence•McLean, VA

About The Position

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose. We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for six straight years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming home for those looking to grow and contribute to positive change. We encourage all employees to expand beyond their boundaries, dive into important world-changing Federal challenges. Credence has an immediate need for a Senior AI Technical Lead to join our growing AI and Automation practice. In this role, you will design and lead the development of cutting-edge AI solutions that drive real-world impact across federal programs. You will guide cross-functional teams, shape technical strategy, and mentor engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong background in AI/ML development, cloud platforms, and enterprise-scale systems design.

Requirements

Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, or a related field
Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML solution development
Demonstrated experience leading AI/ML initiatives or technical teams
Strong understanding of agentic AI including Transformers, Model Context Protocol, Agent2Agent Protocol, LangGraph, and other modern frameworks.
Proficiency in Python and Typescript for application development and advanced scripting,
Experience deploying AI solutions in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
Familiarity with CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps principles
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, Jira)
Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of data engineering and data modeling concepts
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, Zero Trust Architecture, RMF and FedRAMP compliance
Prior experience with federal or public sector digital modernization projects
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, or service-oriented architecture (SOA) frameworks

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI and ML models and systems
Translate business requirements into technical solutions across multiple federal missions
Oversee the AI/ML development lifecycle, including architecture design, experimentation, and performance optimization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, Data Engineering, Cybersecurity) to integrate AI into production environments
Provide technical mentorship and conduct code/design reviews for junior and mid-level engineers
Research and evaluate emerging AI/ML tools, technologies, and frameworks to drive innovation
Ensure all solutions meet federal security, compliance, and cloud architecture standards